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About the lodge
An overview of The Royal Livingstone Hotel.
The colonial Royal Livingstone Hotel stretches along the banks of the Zambezi River in Livingstone. Set amidst indigenous trees and plants, and offering gorgeous views of the iconic Victoria Falls, the Royal Livingstone Hotel offers a tranquil retreat after a day of adventure.
Highlights
- Free unlimited access to Victoria Falls, the world’s largest waterfall, allows you to gaze across its depths unhindered.
- Enjoy a cruise down the river at sunset while watching wildlife at play.
- Experiences include: Tour of the Falls, scenic flights, white water rafting, bungee jumping, sunset cruises, and cultural tours.
The Detail
A total of 173 en-suite guestrooms in 17 riverbank residences make up a hotel that exudes Victorian elegance and splendor.
Deluxe Rooms
Deluxe Rooms are perfectly situated on the banks of the Zambezi River. They feature twin beds, a Victorian-style en-suite bathroom, a hairdryer, a minibar, an in-room safe, satellite television, tea and coffee-making facilities, a telephone, a writing desk, air conditioning, and a private verandah.
Corner Deluxe Rooms
Corner Deluxe Rooms are more spacious than the Deluxe Rooms, with the addition of an enclosed patio.
Livingstone Suite
The Livingstone Suite is gorgeous, featuring a king-sized bed, a dressing area, and a Victorian-style en-suite bathroom. Other features include a spacious lounge, a wet bar, and a private verandah.
Presidential Suite
The Presidential Suite is fit for royalty, offering additional luxuries such as a dressing area, an en-suite bathroom with a Victorian tub, double vanities, and a walk-in shower. Other features include a large lounge, dining area, and a private veranda that boasts incredible vistas of the Zambezi River.
The hotel facilities include an activity desk, bar, restaurant, conference center, gym, kids club, laundry service, internet access, and a swimming pool.
Victoria Falls offers a range of adventure activities, including microlight flights, white water rafting (seasonal), visits to Livingstone Island and Devil's Pool (seasonal), helicopter flights, gorge swing, river cruises, canoeing, a tour of the Falls, and day trips to Chobe National Park.
The Royal Livingstone Hotel is ideal for solo explorers, couples, and families looking for a luxury adventure getaway.
Price Includes
- Accommodation and breakfast
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 30 Sept 2026
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows The Royal Livingstone Hotel personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
7 Apr 2026 – 30 Jun 2026
Bed & Breakfast - Premier balcony room and daily breakfast
$450
Peak / migration
1 Jul 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
Bed & Breakfast - Premier balcony room and daily breakfast
$520
Shoulder
1 Oct 2026 – 22 Dec 2026
Bed & Breakfast - Premier balcony room and daily breakfast
$450
Festive
23 Dec 2026 – 2 Jan 2027
Bed & Breakfast - Premier balcony room and daily breakfast
$585
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Walking safari
Built for walking.
Documented walking safari options at The Royal Livingstone. Distinguishes short bush walks from dedicated walking trails and overnight wilderness journeys.
Short walk
Bush Walking Experience
A guided bush walk on the Chundukwa horse ranch, meandering through riverine and mopane woodland areas. The walk lasts 1.5 hours and is available as a complimentary included activity for fully-inclusive guests or at an additional fee.
Duration: 1 h30. Cost: $15. Available as one of the complimentary in-house activities for fully-inclusive guests. Terrain: riverine and mopane woodland on the horse ranch.
- Cost
- $15
- Availability
- subject to availability
Half-day walk
Livingstone Walking Safari (Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park)
A guided walking safari in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, Zambia, operating from approximately 07 h00 to 10 h30. Guests learn about local flora and fauna with the opportunity to see the park's protected white rhino on foot. This is a third-party experience operated by Livingstone Adventures, pre-bookable through Chundukwa.
Duration: approx. 3.5 hours (07 h00–10 h30). Operated by third-party (Livingstone Adventures). Pre-booking essential. Not included in Victoria Falls Day Trip package — payable in advance. 100% cancellation fee may apply.
- Availability
- advance booking required
Short walk
Rhino Walking Safari
A guided walking safari in Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park focused on tracking and viewing the park's protected white rhino on foot. Available with or without return transfers, with a minimum of 2 guests. Park fees are included in the rate.
Minimum 2 guests. Minimum age: 12 years. Park fees included. Rate without transfers: $154; with transfers: $174. Ages 5–15 half price; under 4 free.
- Cost
- $154 (excl. transfers) / $174 (incl. transfers)
- Availability
- subject to availability
Half-day walk
Walking Safari in the Zambezi National Park (Zimbabwe)
A 5–6 hour guided walking safari in the Zambezi National Park in Zimbabwe, concluding with a tour of Victoria Falls Zimbabwe. Minimum age 16 years and guests must be walking fit. Operated by a trusted third-party supplier.
Duration: 5–6 hours. Minimum age: 16 years. Clients must be walking fit. Cost: $168. Excludes: Rainforest Entrance Fee ($50), Parks Entrance Fee ($15), and return transfers from Chundukwa to Zim Border (TBA).
- Cost
- $168 (excl. entrance fees and transfers)
- Availability
- subject to availability
Walking
Walking Safari with Charles Brightman
A specialist guided walking safari led by Charles Brightman, listed as a distinct activity offering available to guests. Further details are not specified in the excerpts.
Named specialist guide: Charles Brightman. No further duration, cost, or age details provided in available excerpts.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Horseback
Saddle up.
Horseback riding options at The Royal Livingstone. Rider experience and age requirements vary; check the details on each ride before booking.
Guided ride
Two Hour Horse Trail
A two-hour guided horse trail operated by Victoria Falls Horse Safaris in the Livingstone area, suitable for individuals. Transfers from Livingstone accommodation and the Royal Livingstone are included in the rate.
Duration: 2 hours. Minimum people: none (individual bookings accepted). Maximum: 7 pax (per Wilderness Zimbabwe sheet). Park fees of USD 10 are an additional extra. Rates subject to availability.
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Half-day ride
Half Day Ride with Lunch
A half-day guided horse trail including lunch, operated by Victoria Falls Horse Safaris near Livingstone. Minimum two participants required. Park fees are charged as an extra.
Duration: half day. Minimum people: 2. Maximum: 7 pax (per Wilderness Zimbabwe sheet). Lunch included. Park fees of USD 10 additional. Transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required; minimum 2 people
Polo / other riding
Pony Ride
A short approximately 30-minute pony ride offered by Victoria Falls Horse Safaris in the Livingstone area, suitable for children. No minimum group size required.
Duration: approximately 30 minutes. Minimum people: none. No maximum stated.
- Availability
- Subject to availability
Polo / other riding
Carriage Ride
A short approximately 30-minute horse-drawn carriage ride offered by the Victoria Carriage Company in the Livingstone area. No minimum group size required.
Duration: approximately 30 minutes. Minimum people: none.
- Availability
- Subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Water safari
Out on the water.
Mokoro, canoe, kayak and boat options at The Royal Livingstone. The silent dugout mokoro is a different product to a motorised sundowner cruise — check the category on each.
Boat cruise
Morning Cruise (Victoria Falls River Safaris)
A morning boat cruise on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. Available for a minimum of 2 people, with children under 12 at half price. Park entry fees are included in the rate.
Duration: not specified. Min 2 people. Adult rate: $110; Child U/12: $55. Park fees included. Return road transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Cost
- $110 per adult / $55 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Boat cruise
Lunch Cruise (Victoria Falls River Safaris)
A midday boat cruise on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. Suitable for a minimum of 2 guests, with children under 12 half price. Park entry fees are included.
Duration: not specified. Min 2 people. Adult rate: $110; Child U/12: $55. Park fees included. Return road transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Cost
- $110 per adult / $55 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Boat cruise
Sunset Cruise (Victoria Falls River Safaris)
A classic sundowner boat cruise on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. Minimum 2 guests; children under 12 travel at half price. Park fees included.
Duration: not specified. Min 2 people. Adult rate: $110; Child U/12: $55. Park fees included. Return road transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Cost
- $110 per adult / $55 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Boat cruise
Ultimate River Cruise
A premium river cruise on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls offered by Victoria Falls River Safaris. Priced higher than the standard cruises, it provides an enhanced wildlife and scenery experience. Minimum 2 guests; children under 12 at half price.
Duration: not specified. Min 2 people. Adult rate: $140; Child U/12: $70. Park fees included. Return road transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Cost
- $140 per adult / $70 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Boat cruise
Private Boat Cruise (Victoria Falls River Safaris)
Private charter boat cruises on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls for exclusive groups, available in four boat sizes catering from 1–6 up to 1–16 guests. Ideal for families, couples, or corporate groups seeking a personalised river experience.
Four boat options: Max 6 pax $660; Max 7 pax $770; Max 14 pax $1,540; Max 16 pax $1,760 — all per boat. Min 2 people booking required. Park fees included. Return road transfers included.
- Cost
- $660–$1,760 per boat depending on size
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Boat cruise
River Safari Island Picnic
A Zambezi River safari combined with a picnic on a river island, operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. A unique add-on experience for guests wanting to combine a boat outing with a scenic island lunch stop.
Min 2 people. Per person rate: $45. Park fees included. Return road transfers from Livingstone accommodation included.
- Cost
- $45 per person
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Fishing boat
Tiger Fishing Above the Falls
A motorised fishing excursion on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, targeting the prized tigerfish. Operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. Non-fishing partners may join at a reduced rate.
Min 2 people. Adult rate: $150; Child U/12: $75. Non-fishing partner: $46 adult / $23 child. Fishing licence fees vary by nationality and are excluded. Return road transfers included.
- Cost
- $150 per adult / $75 per child U/12; Non-fishing partner $46
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Fishing boat
Tiger Fishing Below the Falls
A motorised fishing trip on the Zambezi River below Victoria Falls, targeting tigerfish in the dramatic gorge environment. Operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure. A more adventurous fishing option than the above-falls trip.
Min 2 people. Adult rate: $200; Child U/12: $100. Fishing licence fees vary by nationality and are excluded. Return road transfers included.
- Cost
- $200 per adult / $100 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Fishing boat
Helicopter Fly-in Fishing Combo (Batoka Gorge Bobo Camp)
A premium fishing experience combining a helicopter flight into the Batoka Gorge with a fishing excursion at the remote Bobo Camp. Operated by Victoria Falls River Safaris through Livingstone's Adventure, this is one of the most exclusive fishing offerings in the area.
Min 2 people. Adult rate: $500; Child U/12: $250. Fishing licence fees excluded. Helicopter flight included.
- Cost
- $500 per adult / $250 per child U/12
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Canoe safari
Makora Quest Half Day Canoe Safari
A half-day guided canoe safari on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, operated by Makora Quest through Livingstone's Adventure. Guests paddle through channels and backwaters with opportunities to observe wildlife and birdlife from the water.
Duration: half day. Min 2 people. Per person rate: $105. VAT inclusive.
- Cost
- $105 per person
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Canoe safari
Makora Quest Full Day Canoe Safari
A full-day guided canoe safari on the Zambezi River above Victoria Falls, operated by Makora Quest through Livingstone's Adventure. A longer immersive paddling experience through the river's wildlife-rich channels and islands.
Duration: full day. Min 2 people. Per person rate: $125. VAT inclusive.
- Cost
- $125 per person
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required
Canoe safari
Makora Quest Multi Day Canoe Safari
A multi-day guided canoe safari on the Zambezi River, operated by Makora Quest through Livingstone's Adventure. This extended paddling itinerary offers an immersive wilderness experience on the upper Zambezi, suitable for more adventurous travellers.
Duration: multiple days. Min 4 people. Per person rate: $250. VAT inclusive.
- Cost
- $250 per person
- Availability
- Subject to availability; advance booking required; seasonal
Kayak
Kayak Hire
Self-guided kayak hire on the Zambezi River, offered through Livingstone's Adventure (Bundu Adventures). Kayaks can be hired on a daily or weekly basis, without equipment included. Minimum 2 kayaks per hire.
Daily hire per kayak: $30. Weekly hire per kayak: $120. Min 2 people. Equipment not included.
- Cost
- $30 per kayak per day / $120 per kayak per week
- Availability
- Subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Cultural
Beyond the game drive.
Community visits, cultural walks, and dining experiences documented at The Royal Livingstone.
Cultural walk
Cultural Tour
A guided cultural tour in the Livingstone area operated by Livingstone Adventures, priced per person with a minimum group of two. The experience offers guests an immersive introduction to the local culture of the Livingstone region.
Per person pricing. Minimum 2 guests. No age limit stated. No seasonal restriction stated.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Village visit
Village Tour
A guided village tour in the Livingstone area operated by Livingstone Adventures, giving guests a structured visit to a local village community. Priced per person with a minimum group of two.
Per person pricing. Minimum 2 guests. No age limit stated. No seasonal restriction stated. Product code: LAT03.
- Availability
- subject to availability
Sourced from operator rate sheets and audited by our safari specialists. Prices and availability subject to change. Your specialist confirms at booking.
Imagery
A closer look.
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